Self-Awareness
Realization, Awareness, Consciousness
noun, verbal noun
What does self and awake mean in combination? This refers to self-awareness, consciousness of yourself, or a realization.
Wondering about the difference between 意識 and 自覚? 意識 refers to a general state of awareness or consciousness, while 自覚 specifically relates to self-awareness. It implies clearly recognizing one's own actions, abilities, or circumstances, and is often used in contexts relating to personal growth.
This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.
もう少し社会人としての自覚を持った方がいいよ。
You should be aware that you're also a member of society.
夫から、母親としての自覚が無いって言われて、めっちゃムカついたんです。
My husband told me I lack an awareness for maternal responsibilities and that made me super upset.
モラハラは、自分では全く自覚がない人がほとんどだと聞いたんですが、山本さんがご自身のモラハラを自覚された時は、きっかけって何かありましたか？
I've heard that most people who engage in moral harassment are completely unaware of it, but what made you realize you were committing moral harassment, Yamamoto-san?